Jeramy Kitchen

Towards Liberty.

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"I shall never surrender or retreat… Victory or Death."
— William Barret Travis, The Alamo, 1836
President, Texas Policy Research Chief of Staff × 2 Army Veteran
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July 1, 2026 · Commentary · 6 min

250 Years of Liberty – Part II: Why the Founders Distrusted Power

As America approaches the 250th anniversary of its independence, Part II of 250 Years of Liberty explores why the Founding Fathers intentionally limited government power through the United States Constitution. Discover how separation of powers, checks and balances, federalism, and the rule of law were designed to protect individual liberty—and why these constitutional principles remain essential to preserving the American republic nearly 250 years later.

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250 Years of Liberty – Part I: The Idea That Changed the World

As America celebrates the 250th anniversary of its independence, we reflect on the revolutionary ideas that changed history. In Part I of our '250 Years of Liberty' series, we explore the Declaration of Independence, the founding principles of the American republic, and why the United States remains the world's greatest experiment in self-government. Discover how the Founders' vision of individual liberty, natural rights, and government by the consent of the governed continues to shape America 250 years later.

June 30, 2026 · Commentary · 6 min
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Some Dreams Are Worth Finishing

After years on my bucket list, my brother and I finally went skydiving on Father's Day to fulfill a dream our late mother always hoped to share with us. From breathtaking sunset views over the Texas countryside to honoring a promise that outlived her, this is the story behind one unforgettable jump.

June 26, 2026 · 5 min
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When “Protect the Children” Becomes a Trojan Horse for Government Control

Conservatives are increasingly backing social media bans, app store restrictions, and age-verification mandates in the name of protecting children. But these policies risk replacing parents with government, expanding digital ID systems, and threatening online speech, privacy, and free expression.

June 8, 2026 · 5 min
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Ordinary Men, Extraordinary Courage: Reflecting on D-Day

On June 6, 1944, ordinary men did extraordinary things in defense of freedom. This D-Day reflection honors the courage, sacrifice, and legacy of the Allied soldiers who stormed the beaches of Normandy, changed the tide of World War II, and helped preserve Western civilization for future generations.

June 6, 2026 · 6 min
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Husband, father,
concerned taxpayer.

A Texas Tech graduate and former U.S. Army intelligence analyst, I've spent the last decade running liberty-focused campaigns, staffing Texas lawmakers, and working in public policy. I currently serve as President of Texas Policy Research, a nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing transparency to the legislative process and advancing liberty-based solutions that improve governance across the Lone Star State.

  • 2024 — Now President, Texas Policy Research
  • 2020 — 2021 Director of Legislative Affairs, Texas Public Policy Foundation
  • 2015 — 2020 Chief of Staff, Texas House (×2)
  • 2006 — 2014 Intelligence Analyst, U.S. Army & Army National Guard
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